1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt 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 71 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 556 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ace | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |