1959 AC Ace vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 13 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 416 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Ace | Valiant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |