2002 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |