1956 AC Ace vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 22 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 204 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | 133 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
