1959 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 35 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 126 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1994 Ford Orion | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Orion |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |