1959 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Ford Puma
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 42 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 24 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Puma weights approximately 141 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, 2001 Ford Puma, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2001 Ford Puma | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Puma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |