1961 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 10 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1021 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Aceca | Newport |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |