1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 51 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 336 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Musa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
