1958 AC Ace vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
