1956 AC Ace vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Toyota Crown 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 444 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
