1958 AC Ace vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 17 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 21 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
