1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 50 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, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 38 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
