1956 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2367 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 167 L |
