1962 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 982 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
