1959 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 267 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Neon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
