2005 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
