2004 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
