1953 AC Ace vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 268 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace 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 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1982 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
