2004 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
