1956 AC Aceca vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca 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 17 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
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:
1956 AC Aceca | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | 1200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |