1956 AC Ace vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 271 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
