1959 AC Ace vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1969 Zastava 1500 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | AC | Zastava |
| Model | Ace | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
