1960 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1970 Dodge Challenger is newer by 10 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 522 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 1970 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
