1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent 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. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ace | Accent |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
