1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 53 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 231 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |