1956 AC Ace vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 136 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar. 1983 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
