1956 AC Ace vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 64 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
