1961 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 50 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, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 306 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | AC | Dacia |
| Model | Aceca | Duster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2673 mm |
