1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 31 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 52 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
