1959 AC Aceca vs. 1948 Austin A 90
To start off, 1959 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1948 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | A 90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |