1962 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 591 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Aspen |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |