2002 AC Aceca vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
