1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 35 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 61 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 78 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
