1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 54 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 72 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
