1956 AC Ace vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 48 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
