1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 348 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
