1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 476 kg more than 1959 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
