1958 AC Ace vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1975 Simca 1307 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1307 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Ace | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
