1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 54 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, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2010 Hyundai i20 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. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ace | i20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2525 mm |
