1959 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 810 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 | 1990 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
