1957 AC Ace vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 558 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
