1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 286 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 155 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
