1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 55 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, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 196 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Rio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
