1953 AC Ace vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 43 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 898 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
