1958 AC Ace vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
