1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 43 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, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 416 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | Leon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |