1959 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 106 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
