1959 AC Ace vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1960 Isuzu Minx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 136 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | AC | Isuzu |
Model | Ace | Minx |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |