1956 AC Ace vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1969 ZAZ 966 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 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 154 kg more than 1969 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | AC | ZAZ |
| Model | Ace | 966 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
