1962 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
