1959 AC Aceca vs. 1956 Austin A 90
To start off, 1959 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1956 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
