1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 501 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
