1957 AC Ace vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 44 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, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 416 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | Tango |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |