1959 AC Ace vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 41 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 221 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2000 Ford Laser | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Laser |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |