1957 AC Ace vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 52 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 359 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Venga |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
