1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1970 Fiat Dino is newer by 12 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 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Dino weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Dino |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2416 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
