1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 46 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 356 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
