1956 AC Ace vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ace | 100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
