1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 40 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 496 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, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
