1956 AC Ace vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 11 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 104 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | GTA |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
