1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 41 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 321 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
