1959 AC Ace vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |