1953 AC Ace vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 21 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 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 7 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Publica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |