1965 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 36 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 33 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 544 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, 2001 Saturn L, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Aceca | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
