1959 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 585 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 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
