1961 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1303 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Silverado |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |