1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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. 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 384 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, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Celica |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |