1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
