1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 AC Ace
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 132 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1953 AC Ace | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 1300 | Ace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
