2004 AC Aceca vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 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 217 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 614 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Aceca | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
