1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 48 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 56 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 256 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Idea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
