1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 44 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 161 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
