1959 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 740 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
