1959 AC Ace vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Ace | 203 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |