1957 AC Ace vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 29 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 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
