1961 AC Aceca vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 466 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Coronet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |