1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 37 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, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 315 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
