1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 891 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | AC | SsangYong |
Model | Ace | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |