1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ace | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
