1959 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 40 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Aceca | 75 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |