2000 AC Aceca vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | A 90 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |