1958 AC Ace vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 104 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
