1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1096 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
