1956 AC Ace vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 264 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | Alto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2180 mm |
