1959 AC Ace vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 21 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1980 Saab 900 | |
Make | AC | Saab |
Model | Ace | 900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |