1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 646 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
