1953 AC Ace vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 403 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 2001 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, 2001 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
