1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 43 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 72 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Visto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
