1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1958 AC Aceca
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 3 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 78 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Aceca weights approximately 324 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1958 AC Aceca | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 700 | Aceca |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |