1959 AC Ace vs. 1978 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 179 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1978 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |