1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 246 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |