1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 51 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caravan (225 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
