1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 2-Litre | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2280 mm |
