1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 40 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 5 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | 155 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |