1961 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 14 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 426 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 30 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
