1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 314 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Because 1957 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |