1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 761 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
