1953 AC Ace vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 452 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
