1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
