1965 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 44 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Routan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
