1986 AC Ace vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | AC | Willys-Overland |
Model | Ace | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |