1999 AC Aceca vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 240 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
