1958 AC Ace vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 46 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 1100 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |