1956 AC Ace vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 264 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
