2003 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 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 187 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
