1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 AC Ace
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 16 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 126 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1953 AC Ace | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 1300 | Ace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 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 | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 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 | 27 L | 59 L |
