1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 45 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, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 609 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Vectra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
