1959 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 46 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 196 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, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
