1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 51 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 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ace | i20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2525 mm |
