1956 AC Ace vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 14 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 72 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
