1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1958 AC Ace
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1958 AC Ace | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | Ace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
