1999 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Croma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
