1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 AC Aceca
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 595 | 2004 AC Aceca | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 595 | Aceca |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |