1959 AC Ace vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 10 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 211 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1969 Ford Capri | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Capri |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |