1965 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Datsun 280
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 14 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 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 481 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1979 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Aceca | 280 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
