1958 AC Ace vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 16 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) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
