1954 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aceca | Alfasud |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |