1961 AC Ace vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1962 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 477 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
