1959 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 263 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.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |