1961 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 916 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.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |