1965 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 38 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 6 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 644 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
