1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 40 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 21 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 326 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Delta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |