1956 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 20 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | 130 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |