1963 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 43 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 184 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Spark |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |