1986 AC Ace vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 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 157 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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 1978 Fiat 127. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | 127 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
