1953 AC Ace vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 318 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1080 kg |
