1957 AC Ace vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Appia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 6 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Appia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |