1959 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort 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 80 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 19 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |