1959 AC Ace vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 586 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | Safrane |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |