1959 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 466 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Aceca | Charger |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |