1956 AC Ace vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 18 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, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
