2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 295 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Punto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
