2003 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | AC | Autobianchi |
| Model | Aceca | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 22 L |
