1956 AC Ace vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 24 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 271 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
