1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
