1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 766 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 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |