1956 AC Ace vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
