1956 AC Ace vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 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, 1989 Audi 100 (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
