1959 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 52 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 161 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, 2011 Renault Twingo, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
