1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 49 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), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 391 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| 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 | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
