1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 466 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (178 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Thema |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
