1959 AC Ace vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 14 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 821 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Impala |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |