1958 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 314 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Ranger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 84 L |