1961 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1977 Lancia Gamma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 426 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1977 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
