1959 AC Ace vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 1967 Toyota Century is newer by 8 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 906 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Toyota Century (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Century |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |