1962 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 960 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
