1962 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 46 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
