1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 30 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 122 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
