1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is newer by 39 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 840 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ace | Sintra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
