1958 AC Ace vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace 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 38 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | AC | Innocenti |
| Model | Ace | Mini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
