1962 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 45 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 994 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 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Raider |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
