1956 AC Ace vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 296 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Flavia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |