1956 AC Ace vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 29 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
