1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 622 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Fusion |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |