1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 AC Aceca
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2002 AC Aceca | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 1300 | Aceca |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |