1963 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 506 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |