2003 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | 128 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
