1963 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 42 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 604 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca.
Because 1963 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Touran |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
