1961 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 48 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 491 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 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
