1956 AC Ace vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 26 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | |
| Make | AC | Innocenti |
| Model | Ace | Turbo De Tomaso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
