1956 AC Ace vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 66 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
