1957 AC Ace vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 42 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 21 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | 146 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |