1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1171 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |