1962 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
