1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
