1986 AC Ace vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 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 127 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
