1962 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Caterham Seven
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 32 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) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 251 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1994 Caterham Seven | |
| Make | AC | Caterham |
| Model | Aceca | Seven |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
