1959 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 20 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 72 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 96 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1979 Ford Capri | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Capri |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |