1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1958 AC Ace
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 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 82 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 304 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1958 AC Ace | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | Ace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
