1962 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 28 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 544 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Magna |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |