1957 AC Ace vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 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 39 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 106 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.

Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1957 AC Ace 1975 Toyota Corona
Make AC Toyota
Model Ace Corona
Year Released 1957 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2510 mm


 

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