1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 49 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, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 536 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | Altea |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
