1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 44 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1045 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 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, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Freestar |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |