1958 AC Ace vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 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 39 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 71 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |