1956 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 314 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
