1957 AC Ace vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 20 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | AC | Zastava |
| Model | Ace | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
