1959 AC Ace vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,553 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 326 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
