1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 44 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 413 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.
Because 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 146 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
