2003 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | AC | Avanti |
Model | Aceca | Avanti |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |