1954 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | Tipo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |