1963 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 26 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
