1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 328 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Celica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
