1959 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 41 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 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 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, 2000 Ford Escort, 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |