1957 AC Ace vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1957 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 1400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |