1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 38 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, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 181 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Ace | 200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
