1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 41 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Delta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |