1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 235 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Carina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
