1986 AC Ace vs. 1963 Fiat 500
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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 422 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
