1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 881 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Previa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
