1956 AC Aceca vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1964 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 411 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
