1956 AC Ace vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 321 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 146 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
