1957 AC Ace vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace 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 61 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 1200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |