1956 AC Ace vs. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | AR 51 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |