1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 40 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 276 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
