1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 571 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
