1959 AC Ace vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Peugeot 404 is newer by 5 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 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 52 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Ace | 404 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |