1958 AC Ace vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 24 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 8 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Ace | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 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 |
