1956 AC Ace vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 23 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 97 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1940 mm |
