2002 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1971 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Impala |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |