1957 AC Ace vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 18 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 516 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
