1959 AC Ace vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 139 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | OT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
