1958 AC Ace vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
