1960 AC Aceca vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1960 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 AC Aceca weights approximately 79 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | 1100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |