1956 AC Ace vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1959 Volvo 120 is newer by 3 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 120 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
