1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 52 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 490 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
