1959 AC Ace vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
