1956 AC Ace vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 78 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
