1956 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1959 Austin A 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | A 135 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |