1956 AC Ace vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1958 Saab 93 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 90 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 84 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Ace | 93 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
