1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 308 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (177 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Ace | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
