1956 AC Ace vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Panda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
