1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
