2003 AC Aceca vs. 1956 Austin A 35
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 861 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1956 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
