1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1274 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival 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 Carnival | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Carnival |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |