1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 AC Aceca
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Aceca weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1959 AC Aceca | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 124 | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 894 kg |
