1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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, 2006 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 288 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Ace | 45 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
