1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 38 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 35 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 201 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
