1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 47 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | AC | Lada |
| Model | Ace | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
