1961 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1643 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 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
