1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 34 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Sera weights approximately 10 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Sera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
