1956 AC Ace vs. 1969 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 304 is newer by 13 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 10 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1969 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 304 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
