2004 AC Aceca vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
