1957 AC Ace vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | Giulia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |