1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 45 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 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
