1958 AC Ace vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
