1959 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 45 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1466 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 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
