1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1970 Austin Maxi is newer by 12 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin Maxi weights approximately 86 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
