1956 AC Ace vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 31 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 8 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 356 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Graduate |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
