1999 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Aceca | CJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |
