1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar 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 Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 140 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Telstar |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
