1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 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 33 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
