1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1958 AC Ace
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 214 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1958 AC Ace | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 1000 | Ace |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |