1956 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Fury is newer by 16 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 940 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 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Aceca | Fury |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |
