1962 AC Aceca vs. 1966 DKW F 102
To start off, 1966 DKW F 102 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 DKW F 102 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102, 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1966 DKW F 102 | |
Make | AC | DKW |
Model | Aceca | F 102 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |