1957 AC Ace vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 591 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
