1958 AC Ace vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 110 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
