1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 715 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ace | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
