1962 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 33 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 349 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, 1995 Xedos 6, 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
Make | AC | Xedos |
Model | Aceca | 6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |