1960 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 786 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Aceca | Thesis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |