1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 AC Aceca
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2004 AC Aceca | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
