1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 134 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Telstar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |