1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 55 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 314 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 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | AC | Mini |
Model | Ace | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |