1959 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1276 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 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | AC | Isuzu |
Model | Aceca | Ascender |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3280 mm |