1965 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1983 Subaru Coupe is newer by 18 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 101 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 124 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 1965 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 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Coupe |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |