1999 AC Ace vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 36 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 200 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Ace | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |