1957 AC Ace vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 23 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1957 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
