1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon 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 44 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 26 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
