1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 45 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), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 656 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 166 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
