2000 AC Aceca vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 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:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
