1959 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Aceca | Samurai |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |