1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 370 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |
