1956 AC Ace vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
