1957 AC Ace vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 316 kg more than 1957 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Celica |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |