1963 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 116 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca.
Because 1963 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 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | Panda |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |