1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 636 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Ace | Vectra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |