1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 340 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 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 |
