1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
