2002 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | A135 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |