1959 AC Ace vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 353 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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Ace | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
