1959 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 51 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1086 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, 2010 Kia Sedona, 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
