1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Sportage (182 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
