1958 AC Ace vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 286 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | AC | Tatra |
Model | Ace | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |