1959 AC Ace vs. 1968 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1968 Fiat 2300 is newer by 9 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1968 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 2300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |