1957 AC Ace vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1200 is newer by 3 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) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 1200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |