1961 AC Ace vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 12 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) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
