1959 AC Ace vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |