1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Seat Ibiza is newer by 46 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 121 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
