1957 AC Ace vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 39 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 526 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Cresta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |