1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo 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 62 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 161 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | Twingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |