1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Ace | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |