1953 AC Ace vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Florian is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 228 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Ace | Florian |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
