1957 AC Ace vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1958 Subaru 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | 360 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
