1956 AC Ace vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona 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 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 55 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 156 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1050 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 |
