1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 56 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 541 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
