1956 AC Ace vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 2 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ace | Sprite |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
