1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 44 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 679 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
