1953 AC Ace vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 48 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 960 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ace | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
