1961 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 45 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 316 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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, 1961 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Aceca | Liana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
