1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Corsa |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |