1986 AC Ace vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
