1962 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 16 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 81 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 69 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Aceca | L |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
