1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 286 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Ace | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
