1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1952 AC 2-Litre 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 1952 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 166 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 69 L |
