1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 55 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 650 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |