1958 AC Ace vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1978 Ford Cortina is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 216 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
