1954 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 54 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 946 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Aceca | Milan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
