1959 AC Ace vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 74 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |