1956 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion 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 64 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 66 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 Ford Orion, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Orion |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 151 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 | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 116 L |