1953 AC Ace vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 723 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
