1956 AC Ace vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 30 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | AC | Lada |
| Model | Ace | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
