1958 AC Ace vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 24 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
