1958 AC Ace vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 904 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
