1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 849 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 Previa, 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Previa |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |