1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 211 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
