1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 53 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) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 26 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
