1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 AC Ace
To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 311 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1959 AC Ace | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 600 | Ace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
