1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 416 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
