1958 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 523 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Granada |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |