1965 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 37 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 661 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2002 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
