1961 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 40 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 561 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Magna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
