1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 681 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 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ace | i40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
