1962 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 39 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1059 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Caravan |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |