1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 556 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
