1959 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 336 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Aceca | FR-S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |