1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 40 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, 1998 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 280 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
