1965 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 98 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 469 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, 1985 Audi 100, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1985 Audi 100 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Aceca | 100 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |