1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 48 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 184 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
