1959 AC Ace vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 616 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |