1961 AC Ace vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 127 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
