1957 AC Ace vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 24 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 336 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
