1959 AC Aceca vs. 1986 AC Ace
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 126 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 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1986 AC Ace | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Aceca | Ace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
