1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 48 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 570 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Colt |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
