1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 435 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 25 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
