1960 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 1993 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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 42 more horse power than 1993 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Astra weights approximately 181 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Astra, 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
