1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 528 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
