1965 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 264 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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Corsa |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |