1963 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 140 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
