1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 946 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
