1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 517 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Ace | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
