2003 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Dart |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |