1958 AC Ace vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 15 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 19 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 132 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
