1959 AC Ace vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 19 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 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 139 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Publica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |