1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |