2000 AC Aceca vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 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 312 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1966 DAF 44 | |
Make | AC | DAF |
Model | Aceca | 44 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |