1961 AC Ace vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1961 AC Ace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 8V weights approximately 117 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 8V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
