1965 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 47 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 946 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |
