1956 AC Ace vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | 16 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
