1957 AC Ace vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 53 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), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 625 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, 2010 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Carens |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
