1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
