1956 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 30 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 86 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 1956 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 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Omni, 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Omni |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
