1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 33 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 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 725 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Previa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
