1962 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca 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 70 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 64 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
