1959 AC Aceca vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 936 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.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | Aceca | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |