1957 AC Ace vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 56 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 720 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |