1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 32 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 34 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 306 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
