1964 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Aceca weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Aceca | VX220 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |