1956 AC Ace vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1972 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
