1957 AC Ace vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 28 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 56 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 26 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Regata |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
