1958 AC Ace vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 60 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
