1961 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 808 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Aceca | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
