1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 34 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 490 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Thema |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
