1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 46 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 74 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 164 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | AC | MCC |
| Model | Ace | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1810 mm |
