1953 AC Ace vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 57 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1052 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Ace | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
