1960 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Ford Sierra

To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1960 AC Aceca 1992 Ford Sierra
Make AC Ford
Model Aceca Sierra
Year Released 1960 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2620 mm


 

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