1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 391 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 156 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
