1956 AC Ace vs. 1998 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 42 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 36 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1998 Chevrolet Metro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Metro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
