1956 AC Ace vs. 1959 Austin A 40
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 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 89 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 134 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1959 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 26 L |
