1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
