1959 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 378 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |