1953 AC Ace vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Simca 1200S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1200S weights approximately 93 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Ace | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
