1960 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record 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 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 64 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 131 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Record |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
