1960 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | AC | Wartburg |
Model | Aceca | 311 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |