1951 Abarth 205 vs. 1956 AC Aceca
To start off, 1956 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Abarth 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Abarth 205 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Abarth 205. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1951 Abarth 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 72 kg more than 1951 Abarth 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Abarth 205 | 1956 AC Aceca | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 205 | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1188 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
