1963 AC Aceca vs. 1956 AC Ace
To start off, 1963 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. Both 1963 AC Aceca and 1956 AC Ace are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1956 AC Ace | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Aceca | Ace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
