1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 47 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 186 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | AC | Lada |
| Model | Aceca | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
