1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 103 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 146 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 32 L |
