1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 48 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
