1957 AC Ace vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1965 Volvo 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Ace | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |