1963 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 671 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Aceca | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
