1962 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 43 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 279 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
