1959 AC Ace vs. 1985 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 26 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 219 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
