1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 468 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |