1958 AC Ace vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Ace | Victor |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |