1962 AC Aceca vs. 1953 AC Ace
To start off, 1962 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 29 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1953 AC Ace | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Aceca | Ace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
