1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 50 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 321 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (140 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Clio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
