1959 AC Ace vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 38 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 51 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton 400 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1997 Proton 400 | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | Ace | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |