1958 AC Aceca vs. 1964 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1964 Ford Anglia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Aceca weights approximately 140 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1964 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
