1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
