2001 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 608 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Ascona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |