1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 291 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
