1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 37 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 164 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.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
