1956 AC Ace vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 42 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
