1960 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 43 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (116 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 506 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Aceca | Signum |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |