1957 AC Ace vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 306 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 164 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
