1959 AC Ace vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 34 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 306 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2189 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 | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
