1986 AC Ace vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Bravo. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Ace | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
