1957 AC Ace vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Dardo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
