1959 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |