1956 AC Ace vs. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 36 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 164 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
