1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 39 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 686 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
