1953 AC Ace vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 762 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Forester |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |