1959 AC Ace vs. 1990 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 214 kg more than 1990 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, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1990 Fiat Panda | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |