1957 AC Ace vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 28 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 51 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Capri weights approximately 116 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 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 | 58 L |
