1962 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 701 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |