1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 50 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
