1958 AC Ace vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | 127 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
