1957 AC Ace vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 21 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 67 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 39 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Ace | Chevette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |