1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1162 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |