1954 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 287 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca.
Because 1954 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
