1957 AC Ace vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 371 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Granada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 116 L |
