2001 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | Aceca | E220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
