1953 AC Ace vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 478 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 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Carina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |