1959 AC Ace vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 37 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 67 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 14 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
