1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 32 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
