1956 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 57 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 513 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
