1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa 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 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 336 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 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Corsa |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |