1953 AC Ace vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 58 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), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 693 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 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Impreza |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |