1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 AC Aceca
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 2002 AC Aceca | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 750 | Aceca |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 3490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |