1986 AC Ace vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
