1959 AC Ace vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 120 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
