1956 AC Ace vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 203 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 203 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
