1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 843 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
