1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 59 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
