1959 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 49 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 54 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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
