1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 45 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), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 978 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Retona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
