1963 AC Aceca vs. 1970 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 756 kg more than 1963 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1970 AMC Ambassador | |
Make | AC | AMC |
Model | Aceca | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |