2003 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 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 246 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Aceca | 2300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |