1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 161 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
