1954 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 620 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
