1953 AC Ace vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 42 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 278 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 155 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1040 kg |
