1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 22 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 79 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |