1963 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Aceca weights approximately 104 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, 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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Laser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
