1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 47 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 54 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
