1956 AC Ace vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 17 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 706 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 130 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
