1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 46 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 340 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | Liana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
