1958 AC Ace vs. 1956 AC Aceca
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 6 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1956 AC Aceca | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Ace | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
