1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 40 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1999 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | AC | Daewoo |
| Model | Ace | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
