1960 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 45 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 462 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, 2005 Renault Scenic, 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, 2005 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1356 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
