1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 514 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |