2004 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Lancia Scorpion
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion 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) has 267 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1977 Lancia Scorpion | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Scorpion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
