1957 AC Ace vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 49 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 147 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
