1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
