1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 324 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Clio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
