2005 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 424 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160. 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | 160 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
