1957 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 681 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2000 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
