1959 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1876 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 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
Make | AC | Hummer |
Model | Aceca | H1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |