1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 160 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
