1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 52 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, 2008 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 301 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
