1953 AC Ace vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 47 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 333 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Ace | Lantra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |