1962 AC Aceca vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 10 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1972 AMC Matador | |
Make | AC | AMC |
Model | Aceca | Matador |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |