1960 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 21 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 265 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |