1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 50 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Ace | i30 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |