1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 614 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
