1956 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1979 Ford Cortina is newer by 23 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 64 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Cortina weights approximately 106 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
