1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 506 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
