1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 214 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
