1958 AC Ace vs. 1979 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1979 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |