1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 39 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 431 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Capital |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |