2003 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 392 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A 60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
