1958 AC Ace vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 23 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 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 80 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
