1957 AC Ace vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1980 Lotus Eclat is newer by 23 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 210 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
