1962 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 48 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 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 315 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, 2010 Kia Rio, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Rio |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |