1958 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Ford Orion
To start off, 1982 Ford Orion is newer by 24 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Orion weights approximately 1 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion, 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1982 Ford Orion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Orion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
