1962 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 12 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Aceca | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |