1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 111 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |