1962 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 256 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
