1956 AC Ace vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 25 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 666 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Ace | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
