History AC Aceca

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Magnification




German version

Type Aceca
EngineIn-line six-cylinder
Bore * stroke65 * 100 mm
Displacement1991 cm³
Engine controlOHV
Maximum torque 167 Nm at 4500 rpm
Maximum power76 kW (102 bhp)
Rated speed 5000 rpm
Power driveFront engine/rear drive
Gear boxFour speed (Bristol)
Suspension
Front/rear
Wishbones/longitudinal leaf springs
Brakes frontDrums
from 1957 discs
Brakes rearDrums
Wheel base2,29 m
WheelsSteel-spoked wheel
Body Tubular frame with aluminum
Length3,85 m
Width1,51 m
Height1,24 m
Weight957 kg + driver
Top speedApprox. 185 km/h
Year of manufacture1954 - 1963
VariantsOverdrive


This car, too still has the famous 'light-six' under the hood, developed approx. 1920 of Thames Ditton. Although the cylinder head is made from cast iron, but theblock is, except the cylinder liners of aluminum. Experience in the aerospace construction appeared here, where the efficiency weight has a vital crucial importance.


1904Foundation of the firm by Portwine and Weller
Production of a threewheel-van
1907Threewheeler
1911Take over -> Ditton
1913Light, fourwheeler
1926Success Rallye Monte Carlo
1930Take over -> Hurlock
1953ACE with al-body
1964ACE Cobra
19783000 NE
1986Take over -> Ford


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