1956 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 53 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1149 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Aceca | Commander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
