1957 AC Ace vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 341 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
