1958 AC Ace vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 16 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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | 131 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
