1953 AC Ace vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 749 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Sportage |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |