1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 90 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
