1959 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 586 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |