1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour 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 31 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 76 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | AC | Smart |
Model | Ace | ForFour |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |