1961 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 571 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
