1986 AC Ace vs. 1951 Austin A 110
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1951 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
