1962 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 859 kg more than 1962 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Torino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |