1960 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |