1957 AC Ace vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 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 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 131 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
