1956 AC Ace vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 is newer by 18 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 53 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | 1430 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |