1959 AC Ace vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 350 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Carina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
