1962 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 51 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 71 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 694 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Prius |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |