1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 40 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 236 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
