1965 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 631 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 Peugeot 406, 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 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Aceca | 406 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |