1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 802 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | Ace | T613 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
