1956 AC Ace vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 246 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
