1957 AC Ace vs. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 35 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 310 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, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 155 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
