1961 AC Ace vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 331 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
