1965 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 34 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton 400 weights approximately 179 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, 1999 Proton 400, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1999 Proton 400 | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | Aceca | 400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |