1965 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 129 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 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 | 54 L | 57 L |
