1954 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Punto |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
