1957 AC Ace vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 39 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 49 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Persona weights approximately 66 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 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Ace | Persona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 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 Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
