1962 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 259 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |