1962 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 399 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, 1994 Renault 19, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 19 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
