1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Astra 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, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 456 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Ace | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |