1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 41 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 46 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 102 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Ace | Vitara |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |