1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Ace | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
