1961 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 616 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma, 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Croma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
