1957 AC Ace vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 49 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 74 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |