1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 333 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 206 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
