1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 551 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
