1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 47 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 673 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 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
