1959 AC Ace vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 726 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | AC | Avanti |
Model | Ace | Avanti |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |