1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 461 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 Tacoma (244 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
