1956 AC Ace vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 239 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
