1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1959 AC Ace
To start off, 1963 Abarth 700 is newer by 4 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 62 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 324 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1959 AC Ace | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 700 | Ace |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |