1958 AC Ace vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 21 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Ace | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
