1965 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Aceca | 1609 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |