1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 35 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 370 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 405 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
