1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 47 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2006 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
