1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 889 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |