1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 44 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 561 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
