1953 AC Ace vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | X1-9 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |