1956 AC Ace vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 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 59 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
