1956 AC Ace vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 11 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 546 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
