1958 AC Ace vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1965 Ford Corsair is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 141 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
