1957 AC Ace vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 54 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
