1959 AC Ace vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1961 Ford Zodiac is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 297 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |