1958 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Fiat Siena
To start off, 1998 Fiat Siena is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Siena weights approximately 406 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Siena, 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, 1998 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1998 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Siena |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
