1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius 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 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 356 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius. 2002 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Prius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
