1965 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 504 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | AC | Mini |
Model | Aceca | Cooper |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |