1958 AC Ace vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace 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 35 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
