1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 596 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
