2000 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Audi Variant
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant 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 293 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1970 Audi Variant | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | Variant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
