1956 AC Ace vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 29 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 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| 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 | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
