1957 AC Ace vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 656 kg more than 1957 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Nova |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
