1956 AC Ace vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 486 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
