1957 AC Ace vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 52 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 586 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Spider |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
