1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2-Litre | Spider |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |