1962 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 42 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |