1961 AC Aceca vs. 1956 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1961 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1956 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
